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Philadelphia Downloadable Audio Tours

by Mary Jo Manzanares on September 21st, 2006

Looking for a way to visit a city, avoiding the tourist traps, and checking out the not-so-mainstream parts instead?

If Philadelphia is your plans, you may be interested in the SoundAboutPhilly downloadable audio tours and maps, which focus on “lesser-known city experiences and combine interesting tales, fun facts and lively music to tell the area’s story.” 

Even better ““ they’re FREE!

Here’s the info on the tours now available:

• “History Unplugged” covers 300 years of history, focusing on what you didn’t learn in your American History class.
• “Flavorhoods” covers dining in Philadelphia’s ethnic neighborhoods.
• “My Philly” features recommendations from local Philadelphians.

Additional tours will be rolled out one per month.  Future topics include:  the African American experience in Philadelphia, the Historic District, the inside story of classic Philadelphia spots, and the city’s religious history.

You can listen to the tours online, or download them in their entirety, or in customized segments to match your interests. 

Whether you’re at home planning a trip, or already in Philadelphia looking for information, the audio tours are a good way to get a feel for the city. 

Photo credit:  flickr

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